Tuesday, May 08, 2007

Don't be shy. Sit down, get comfortable, then tell me a bit about yourself. And feel free to ask me any questions you've been wanting to know. Or tell me something. Whatever.This is your opportunity to interact with me, without me choosing the subject matter.

Talk to me people. I'm sick of the sound of my own voice for now. Let's have a conversation!

ETA: Comments are moderated to prevent those meat-in-a-can-loving under-bridge-dweller's comments we all know and love so well!

When was the last time you had to move? Last time, for me, was four years ago, and it ws only myself and my stuff and the international moving company took care of it all once I'd packed up the boxes. This time we're moving ourselves. a whole house! eek!

Sorry about not commenting lately, I'm trying to rectify that.Love the lounge room post idea, I am curious what is going on with your writing, as in career wise and what you do on a regular basis ie. freelance? etc?Moving can truly be a pain, I suggest using Flylady's moving tips (www.flylady.net) but good on you for finding a place and taking action! It will get easier as each day goes by and things resolve themselves.Sorry, not a big sweets eater so no tim tam for me! My vices are more beer and cheese fries related.

{looks over at the WIP-pile} Ahahahahaah! Umm... Where to start? Basically, I'm currently on one editor's anthology invitation list. The short story that is due on the 15th of May is my second submission to her. The first was unsuccessful. Am hoping this one will have better luck. If not, will try, try and try again.

I'm a (predominantly) science fiction and fantasy writer. I've completed the first draft of my first novel, entitled Serenade. Am halfway through a second one, Spell Me No Lies (unrelated to the first, and am researching the sequels for Serenade.I've written several short stories, but haven't really had the courage to send many out yet.I love to write, both stories and poetry.This blog, for me, serves a twofold purpose. It helps me practice my writing, as well as deal with my food and emotional issues. (Also has garnered me a friend or two, but that wasn't expected.)I've had a poem or two published.There was also a small online contest that I won recently. No money involved, but I think I did win a plaque of some sort. LOL

So, I guess you could say I'm still serving my apprenticeship. And it doesn't matter if I never make money off my writing. I love to write, I HAVE to write. So even if it's stories for myself, family and friends...so be it. To be paid would be awesome, but it's not the main reason I write. I love words and the way they string together. I adore language in all its quirky glory.

She has moving tips too? Cool! Will check them out.

You know, I'm finding that. Living with my emotions, they are dealt with and get out of the way and I am clear-headed and able to move onto the next step. Alaskaboy and I were laughing this weekend, in a relieved kind of way. We were trying to imagine this all happening twelve months ago. I would have been a complete basket case!

We do have several different kinds of beer. Have fries in the freezer and three different kinds of cheese in the fridge. Knock yourself out! :)

So, how come ya been so quiet lately? (if it's too personal don't have to share if ya don't want.)

I've been too darned quiet because I got sick and I hate talking about being sick and then I was wrapped up in finishing out Organic Chemistry class, just took the final yesterday. As for Subway, not really a huge fan but when I do go I get the Club, no cheese, on whole wheat with all the veggies except black olives. I like black olives just not on my sandwich, or at least the club anyway.And concerning you being a "real" writer, maybe you should re-read the list above, I'd say you are one and I definitely admire you for it.I am loving having your stuff to read again!